Obituaries
Alisa Lachelle Rutherford
Jul 1, 2024
Alisa Lachelle Rutherford, 57, of Marion, departed this life on Monday, July 1, 2024 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
She was born in Marion on October 26, 1966 to the late Irene Elizabeth Hardy O’Neil Rutherford Wilkerson and Arell Rutherford, Sr.
Alisa will be remembered for her free spirit, her contagious laugh, and bright smile. She enjoyed capturing the beauty of life...
Ruth Gossett
Jul 1, 2024
Margaret Ruth (Sissy) Gossett, 94 of Marion, passed away on Monday, July 1st, 2024 at Mountain Ridge Wellness Center in Black Mountain, N.C.
Ruth was born in McDowell County, N.C. on July 14, 1929 to the late Maggie Lee Jimison and Garland Hall. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Cleveland Gossett; sons, Donnie...
Kenny Lee Street
Jun 29, 2024
On the morning of Saturday, June 29, 2024, Kenny Lee Street, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He fought a courageous battle with cancer and other medical issues through the years but exemplified bravery and always had a smile and kind word for anyone he met. Kenny was the loving son of Walter Street and Daisy Maria Street, of...
Mildred Moody
Jun 27, 2024
Mildred Marie Reese Moody, 88, of Marion, passed away Thursday, June 27, 2024, at her residence.
Mildred was born in McDowell County, NC on August 13, 1935, to the late Elmer Reese and Bertha Bradley Reese. She was married to the late Guy Eugene Moody. Mildred was a member of Catawba Heights Baptist Church and was very...
Millie Kay Price
Jun 26, 2024
Millie Kay Price, 77, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at Deer Park Health and Rehabilitation.
A native of Catawba County, she was born February 19, 1947 to the late Earl and Mildred Rowe Price.
Millie worked as a waitress at The Omelette Shop in Hickory for many years. She was well-loved by all, and she made many friends through her work....
Janice Carol English Bradshaw
Jun 24, 2024
Janice Carol English Bradshaw, 78, of Nebo, peacefully departed this life surrounded by her family on Monday, June 24, 2024 while at her home.
She was born in Mitchell County on January 1, 1946 to the late Clarence English and Gerelle Gouge English. She was also preceded in death by two half-brothers, Dean Hall and Richard Hall.
Janice was a very loving...
Charles Emmer Biddix
Jun 24, 2024
Charles Emmer Biddix, 66, of Marion, passed away Monday, June 24, 2024, at Deer Park Health and Rehabilitation in Nebo.
Charles was born in McDowell County, NC, on August 9, 1957, to the late Garland Biddix and Elizabeth Medford Biddix. He was a classic car enthusiast and enjoyed watching wrestling. He liked hanging out with his friends and his beloved dog....
Juanita Williams
Jun 23, 2024
In the early morning hours of Sunday, June 23, 2024, Juanita Williams, 72, of Marion, passed away at Autumn Care of Marion.
She was born in Marion on July 9, 1951 to the late Arvelle and Flora Patrick Williams. Also preceding her in death were her brother, Jackie Williams; and sister, Betty Williams.
Juanita dedicated her life to nursing. She truly enjoyed...
Charles Donald Metcalf
Jun 22, 2024
Charles Donald "Don" Metcalf, of Nebo NC, entered into eternal rest on June 22, 2024 surrounded by his family.
Don was born on December 5, 1942 in Elizabeth City, VA to Virginia Woody and Lewis Charles Metcalf while his father was employed at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. They later returned to their hometown of Swannanoa, NC, where he graduated from Charles...
David Ray Silver
Jun 21, 2024
David “Ray” Silver, 77, of Marion, NC, passed away Friday, June 21, 2024 at the Charles F. George VA Medical Center in Asheville.
Ray was born in Spruce Pine, NC on April 27, 1947, to the late David Hamilton Silver and Nora Marie Briggs Silver. He was married to his wife of 46 years, Paula Robbin Taylor...
Bryan David Chapman
Jun 21, 2024
Bryan David Chapman, 61, of Marion, passed away Friday, June 21, 2024 at Smoky Ridge Health & Rehabilitation.
A native of McDowell County, he was born July 24, 1962 to the late Marion Decatur Chapman and Olive Mae Crane Chapman. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Chapman; and one sister, Yvonne Shehan (James).
Bryan, who was affectionately known...
Don Clair Cable
Jun 19, 2024
Don Clair Cable, 79, of Marion, passed away at Memorial Mission in Asheville on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.
He was born in McDowell County on January 22, 1945 to the late Charlie Alexander Cable and Flora Belle Mitchell Cable. He was also preceded in death by his twelve siblings.
Don attended and was a member of Turkey Cove Baptist Church. He retired...
Mary Ann (Curtis) Biddix
Jun 18, 2024
October 25, 1941 – June 18, 2024
Mary Ann Curtis Biddix, 82, of Marion, North Carolina, passed away after a brief and sudden illness on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at Mission Hospital-Asheville with her loving family by her side.
A native of Marion, she was born October, 25, 1941 to the late Woodrow and Dorothy Schism Curtis.
Mary Ann was a faithful member...
Charles Wayne Benham
Jun 17, 2024
Charles Wayne Benham, 60, of Nebo, passed away Monday, June 17, 2024 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
He was born in Wilcox, Arizona to the late Horace B. Benham and Sharleen Elizabeth Benham on October 12, 1963.
He was preceded in death by a brother, James, and he is survived by a sister, Sharon Lewelling of Missouri; and a special friend, Holly...
Helen Pearl Eller Allison
Jun 16, 2024
Helen Pearl Eller Allison, 97, of Old Fort, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024 with her loving family by her side.
She was born in McDowell County on July 21, 1926 to the late Earl Edward Eller and Pearl Stepp Eller.
Helen was a longtime, faithful member of Ebenezer Christian Fellowship where she was a part of the Methodist Women’s Club and...
Delores Ann Lavender Morgan
Jun 15, 2024
Delores Ann Lavender Morgan, 87, of Marion, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024 at her residence.
She was born in McDowell County on June 1, 1937 to the late Grady Ranz Lavender and Ruby Cleo Morgan Lavender.
Delores worked in textiles her whole life and retired from Galey and Lord following over 40 years of dedicated service. She was a talented seamstress...
Barbara Ann Schichtel
Jun 15, 2024
Barbara Ann Schichtel, 72, of Nebo, passed away in the early hours of Saturday, June 15, 2024 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in Forest City.
Barbara was born in Lackawanna, NY on June 19, 1951 to the late Edward Kaprel and Virginia Witerski Kaprel.
Barbara was a member of Victory Temple Full Gospel Church where she was a very active member...
Tonua Nadine (Davis) Tipton
Jun 14, 2024
Mrs. Tonua Nadine Davis Tipton, age 68, of Roan Mountain, TN passed away on June 14, 2024.
Arrangements will follow.
Rae Julian
Jun 13, 2024
Rae Julian, beloved mother and friend, went to be with Christ peacefully at 4:40 am on Thursday, June 13th, 2024. She was 73 years old.
Rae's funeral service will be held at Southside Baptist Church in Concord, NC, at noon on Saturday, June 29th. The service will be followed by a fellowship meal, potluck style, where all are welcome to join...
Mark David Foster
Jun 11, 2024
Mark David Foster, 61, of Statesville, passed away June 11, 2024.
He was born in McDowell County on July 24, 1962 to the late George J. Foster and Mildred "Iva" Mills. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, and playing video games. He loved taking rides in the country and will be remembered as a fixer of all things.
He was preceded in death by...
Alisa Lachelle Rutherford
Jul 1, 2024
Alisa Lachelle Rutherford, 57, of Marion, departed this life on Monday, July 1, 2024 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
She was born in Marion on October 26, 1966 to the late Irene Elizabeth Hardy O’Neil Rutherford Wilkerson and Arell Rutherford, Sr.
Alisa will be remembered for her free spirit, her contagious laugh, and bright smile. She enjoyed capturing the beauty of life...
Ruth Gossett
Jul 1, 2024
Margaret Ruth (Sissy) Gossett, 94 of Marion, passed away on Monday, July 1st, 2024 at Mountain Ridge Wellness Center in Black Mountain, N.C.
Ruth was born in McDowell County, N.C. on July 14, 1929 to the late Maggie Lee Jimison and Garland Hall. She is preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Cleveland Gossett; sons, Donnie...
Kenny Lee Street
Jun 29, 2024
On the morning of Saturday, June 29, 2024, Kenny Lee Street, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He fought a courageous battle with cancer and other medical issues through the years but exemplified bravery and always had a smile and kind word for anyone he met. Kenny was the loving son of Walter Street and Daisy Maria Street, of...
Mildred Moody
Jun 27, 2024
Mildred Marie Reese Moody, 88, of Marion, passed away Thursday, June 27, 2024, at her residence.
Mildred was born in McDowell County, NC on August 13, 1935, to the late Elmer Reese and Bertha Bradley Reese. She was married to the late Guy Eugene Moody. Mildred was a member of Catawba Heights Baptist Church and was very...
Millie Kay Price
Jun 26, 2024
Millie Kay Price, 77, passed away Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at Deer Park Health and Rehabilitation.
A native of Catawba County, she was born February 19, 1947 to the late Earl and Mildred Rowe Price.
Millie worked as a waitress at The Omelette Shop in Hickory for many years. She was well-loved by all, and she made many friends through her work....
Janice Carol English Bradshaw
Jun 24, 2024
Janice Carol English Bradshaw, 78, of Nebo, peacefully departed this life surrounded by her family on Monday, June 24, 2024 while at her home.
She was born in Mitchell County on January 1, 1946 to the late Clarence English and Gerelle Gouge English. She was also preceded in death by two half-brothers, Dean Hall and Richard Hall.
Janice was a very loving...
Charles Emmer Biddix
Jun 24, 2024
Charles Emmer Biddix, 66, of Marion, passed away Monday, June 24, 2024, at Deer Park Health and Rehabilitation in Nebo.
Charles was born in McDowell County, NC, on August 9, 1957, to the late Garland Biddix and Elizabeth Medford Biddix. He was a classic car enthusiast and enjoyed watching wrestling. He liked hanging out with his friends and his beloved dog....
Juanita Williams
Jun 23, 2024
In the early morning hours of Sunday, June 23, 2024, Juanita Williams, 72, of Marion, passed away at Autumn Care of Marion.
She was born in Marion on July 9, 1951 to the late Arvelle and Flora Patrick Williams. Also preceding her in death were her brother, Jackie Williams; and sister, Betty Williams.
Juanita dedicated her life to nursing. She truly enjoyed...
Charles Donald Metcalf
Jun 22, 2024
Charles Donald "Don" Metcalf, of Nebo NC, entered into eternal rest on June 22, 2024 surrounded by his family.
Don was born on December 5, 1942 in Elizabeth City, VA to Virginia Woody and Lewis Charles Metcalf while his father was employed at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. They later returned to their hometown of Swannanoa, NC, where he graduated from Charles...
David Ray Silver
Jun 21, 2024
David “Ray” Silver, 77, of Marion, NC, passed away Friday, June 21, 2024 at the Charles F. George VA Medical Center in Asheville.
Ray was born in Spruce Pine, NC on April 27, 1947, to the late David Hamilton Silver and Nora Marie Briggs Silver. He was married to his wife of 46 years, Paula Robbin Taylor...
Bryan David Chapman
Jun 21, 2024
Bryan David Chapman, 61, of Marion, passed away Friday, June 21, 2024 at Smoky Ridge Health & Rehabilitation.
A native of McDowell County, he was born July 24, 1962 to the late Marion Decatur Chapman and Olive Mae Crane Chapman. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Chapman; and one sister, Yvonne Shehan (James).
Bryan, who was affectionately known...
Don Clair Cable
Jun 19, 2024
Don Clair Cable, 79, of Marion, passed away at Memorial Mission in Asheville on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.
He was born in McDowell County on January 22, 1945 to the late Charlie Alexander Cable and Flora Belle Mitchell Cable. He was also preceded in death by his twelve siblings.
Don attended and was a member of Turkey Cove Baptist Church. He retired...
Mary Ann (Curtis) Biddix
Jun 18, 2024
October 25, 1941 – June 18, 2024
Mary Ann Curtis Biddix, 82, of Marion, North Carolina, passed away after a brief and sudden illness on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at Mission Hospital-Asheville with her loving family by her side.
A native of Marion, she was born October, 25, 1941 to the late Woodrow and Dorothy Schism Curtis.
Mary Ann was a faithful member...
Charles Wayne Benham
Jun 17, 2024
Charles Wayne Benham, 60, of Nebo, passed away Monday, June 17, 2024 at Mission Hospital in Asheville.
He was born in Wilcox, Arizona to the late Horace B. Benham and Sharleen Elizabeth Benham on October 12, 1963.
He was preceded in death by a brother, James, and he is survived by a sister, Sharon Lewelling of Missouri; and a special friend, Holly...
Helen Pearl Eller Allison
Jun 16, 2024
Helen Pearl Eller Allison, 97, of Old Fort, passed away Sunday, June 16, 2024 with her loving family by her side.
She was born in McDowell County on July 21, 1926 to the late Earl Edward Eller and Pearl Stepp Eller.
Helen was a longtime, faithful member of Ebenezer Christian Fellowship where she was a part of the Methodist Women’s Club and...
Delores Ann Lavender Morgan
Jun 15, 2024
Delores Ann Lavender Morgan, 87, of Marion, passed away Saturday, June 15, 2024 at her residence.
She was born in McDowell County on June 1, 1937 to the late Grady Ranz Lavender and Ruby Cleo Morgan Lavender.
Delores worked in textiles her whole life and retired from Galey and Lord following over 40 years of dedicated service. She was a talented seamstress...
Barbara Ann Schichtel
Jun 15, 2024
Barbara Ann Schichtel, 72, of Nebo, passed away in the early hours of Saturday, June 15, 2024 at Hospice of the Carolina Foothills in Forest City.
Barbara was born in Lackawanna, NY on June 19, 1951 to the late Edward Kaprel and Virginia Witerski Kaprel.
Barbara was a member of Victory Temple Full Gospel Church where she was a very active member...
Tonua Nadine (Davis) Tipton
Jun 14, 2024
Mrs. Tonua Nadine Davis Tipton, age 68, of Roan Mountain, TN passed away on June 14, 2024.
Arrangements will follow.
Rae Julian
Jun 13, 2024
Rae Julian, beloved mother and friend, went to be with Christ peacefully at 4:40 am on Thursday, June 13th, 2024. She was 73 years old.
Rae's funeral service will be held at Southside Baptist Church in Concord, NC, at noon on Saturday, June 29th. The service will be followed by a fellowship meal, potluck style, where all are welcome to join...
Mark David Foster
Jun 11, 2024
Mark David Foster, 61, of Statesville, passed away June 11, 2024.
He was born in McDowell County on July 24, 1962 to the late George J. Foster and Mildred "Iva" Mills. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, and playing video games. He loved taking rides in the country and will be remembered as a fixer of all things.
He was preceded in death by...
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